Republican Gov. Brian Sandoval spoke before the committee, and urged a speedy passage. A similar internet gambling bill is pending in New Jersey, and Sandoval stressed the importance of passing legislation in Nevada first.

He resolved a disagreement with the bill's sponsor over the licensing fee the state will charge, settling at $500,000. Assembly Majority Leader William Horne had wanted to charge $1 million.

Asked about potential conflict with federal law, Sandoval said he was confident the state was in good standing.

The full Assembly was expected to take up the bill Thursday afternoon.